1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 935 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3.3 | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
